Star Trek: A Call To Duty
U.S.S. Quirinus

FIRST STEPS
One

“Man’s main task in life is to give birth to himself, to become what he potentially is. The most important product of his effort is his own personality”
-	Eric Fromm, “Man for Himself”

Arc Title: First Steps
Episode: One
Mission Number: 260
Creator: Michael Jones
Ship Manager: Michael Jones
Stardate: 10401.12

Previously …

After three months of reuniting the crew, and some well-needed rest & relaxation, the Quirinus crew finally set out for some mission time. Their first assignment was a routine patrol of Federation shipping lanes between Earth and Vulcan.

However, as we all know, routine is not something that is attributed to the Quirinus. During their patrol, they stumble across a speeding, sensor cloaked Ferengi Freighter – the Tzainar’s Pride. Halting the vessel, the suspicious Starfleet personnel launched an investigation. And found something more mysterious … a sentient Box calling itself the Gateway.

To add to these mysteries, the dangerous and apparently not so dead Trickster has reappeared, but only to Commander Pangborn. The others are unable to seemingly see, sense or detect the being. Is there merit to Pangborn’s claims that one of their most dangerous foes is back … or has the trauma that nearly shattered his soul now driving him over the edge into insanity?

The Gateway proposed to the Quirinus crew a grand adventure, a journey that would supposedly take them through nine different worlds, and would require fourteen people to complete it. The Quirinus, their curiosity piqued, debated the offer … and despite some strong opposition from certain members of the crew, they all eventually agreed to take this journey into the unknown.

Going along with them are former Quirinus Counselor, Admiral Serena Sheridan, and four non-senior members of the crew, making a total of fourteen. Bulging with supplies that will hopefully last the nine world tour, the crew approach the Gateway and inform it that they are ready … fourteen runes to match the fourteen Starfleet officers appear, brilliant light leaps out and grabs them, and they vanish … 

Dramatis Personae 

Mitch Travis is Captain Sulek – Commanding Officer of the Quirinus, the Vulcan / Deltan Sulek has been a member of the ship since its launch. Rising through the ranks onboard, he has come to find that his destiny is intertwined with that of his vessel’s, passing up offers of promotion time and again. Seemingly always logical and reserved, Sulek does indeed care for all of his crew.

Keith LaHue is Commander Ben Pangborn – Executive Officer of the Quirinus, the Human Pangborn has been through a lot in the last year or so. Recently learning that he has millennia old knowledge of an ancient race stored in his mind, he came to find himself as the key pawn in the Trickster’s plan for intergalactic terror. Powerful and dangerous, Pangborn may prove to be one of the most well known Commanding Officers one day. That is if he doesn’t go insane first …

Jeffrey Brown is Lieutenant Kraight – Chief Science Officer and Second Officer of the Quirinus, the Benzite Kraight may appear to less of a threat than expected, but his intelligence, cleverness, and wit have proven himself time and again to the Quirinus crew … and the foes they face.

Linda Davis is Lieutenant Teim Ris’Mor – Counselor of the Quirinus, the Caitian known as Teim had a bumpy start with the Quirinus. Literally. Getting beaten around time and again by one villain after another during the “chess game” with the Trickster, it didn’t seem like she would be able to put up with it. But Ris’Mor has more strength to her than imagined, and has sunk her claws [literally] into the Quirinus for the long run. 

Cathy Campos is Lieutenant JG. Jade Morgan – Operations Manager of the Quirinus, the quiet Minaran has come to be a valued member of the Quirinus crew, having proven her mettle during the battle of the “defensive team” against the demon subordinates of the Trickster as they tried to prevent them from devouring the CO & XO, as well as when she single-handedly piloted the ship through two uber-powerful ion storms. She has developed a close friendship with the ship’s CTO, Cherry, which has withstood much of the chaos surrounding the crew’s adventures.

Jane Rowley is Lieutenant JG. Cherry – Chief Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human / Betazoid hybrid has come off as a distracted (mostly by clothing), opinionated, and flirtatious character whom not many may take seriously. That is their mistake. Cherry is a determined Starfleet Officer whose friendship with OPS Morgan is one of the many dedications she has onboard the Quirinus.

Edward Selgas is Lieutenant JG. David Telarus – Chief Engineering Officer of the Quirinus, the human Telarus has revealed himself to be a clever and creative force onboard the ship. Often giving ideas and plans to help the crew through their endeavors, Telarus is a fountain of ideas. Which should hopefully make his relationship with the ship’s CMO, Ms. Munro, an interesting one.

Fiona Sorel is Ensign Harriet Munro – Chief Medical Officer of the Quirinus, the Kriosian / Human is a delicate, soft-spoken woman who has proven herself capable of looking out for the crew. She is currently in a relationship with the ship’s CEO, Lt. Jg. Telarus.

Erryn Pollack is Ensign Lance Wolvington – Tactical Officer of the Quirinus, the human Wolvington is the newest addition to the ship’s crew, and has proven himself quite capable in battle. The atypical paranoid security officer, Wolvington still has a lot to learn … and may be on that journey of knowledge soon.

Pam Bruyere is Admiral Serena Sheridan – Former Counselor of the Quirinus, Admiral Sheridan is a long time friend of Sulek, and holds a psychic bond with him. There has always been a bit of romantic tension between the two … but nothing has ever come of it. Will this always hold true?

Ensign Albert Rio – Security Officer Rio seems to be struggling with his sense of identity: is he a fiancée to the woman he loves, is he a Starfleet officer with aspirations for greatness, or is he simply a man more confused than anyone else? Selected along with three other junior officers, this Adventure the crew are going upon may help him find a sense of identity.

Lieutenant JG. Erin Eisenhower – The Engineering Officer is a girl who may have just started to have the best day of her life, and is now having the worst day of her life. Looking forward to a date with a charming man from Astrometrics, she has now found herself torn away from her normal life to go on some “away mission” with the senior crew. Despite this perhaps being the chance for her to excel, she does not care. She didn’t join Starfleet for adventures on far away worlds; she joined to repair stuff.

Chief Petty Officer Beldaur – Yet another member of the Security force present on this expedition to regions unknown. The jolly Beldaur seems out of place amongst his peers. While not seemingly excelling in the matters of assault and fighting, he has a sharp mind when it comes to strategy. 

Ensign Y’Et – He’s furry.

The Trickster – Also known as the Unnamed One, the Trickster were an intangible shape-shifting entity who was but a member of a group of demonic demi-God like beings who once ruled the known Universe. Recently, it attempted to restart that forgotten age of horror, but was thwarted by the Quirinus crew. It was believed killed by Commander Pangborn, but has seemingly returned. Or has it? 

Dante – The leader of the local tribe of Ew. He is a strong, fearsome man … but has a gentle heart. He seems to love the idea of cooking, and has set out to find new ways to not only nourish his people, but also allow them to enjoy the fruits of their labors.

=/\==/\==/\==/\==/\= Begin Mission =/\==/\==/\==/\==/\=

ACTION: At first, they feel as if they are falling through darkness ... they see nothing ... hear nothing ... smell nothing ... sense nothing ... yet despite all of this, they feel warmth and safety.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::feels like a silent bat in a dark alley wearing black earmuffs and an ebony nose clip::

ACTION: Yet the feeling of warmth and safety fades rapidly. It is replaced by a burning ... a severe burning that spreads around them ... that feels like the most horrific fires of Hades and the Suns of Qo'Nos combined...

ACTION: ... it burns away their past selves and reveals their hidden lies to be bared before all.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::seeks at first to protect him, but then realizes it is only a part of the journey::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::feels around for his weapon packs::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::knew this was a bad idea::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::makes sure he is still in one piece::

ACTION: Then suddenly they feel a cool relief wash over them ... literally. It feels as if frigid yet refreshing water has swept them up in a torrent to repair their no longer blistering bodies. The pain is washed away forever.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::can't seem to find Harriet in the darkness and silence::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::holds tight to the bag over her shoulder trying to bury the fear as she feels the helplessness::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Finds it a bit hard to breath::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::had a bath before they left::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::riding the experience along::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels claustrophobic::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::let's out a relieved sigh::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::feels relief as the pain is swept away suddenly::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reminds himself that this is merely the start of the journey... there is certainly much more, and stranger, to come... ::

ACTION: And finally, the darkness vanishes in a brilliant burst of white light that blinds them ... a cacophony of righteous music and noise fills their ears and every sense ... their bodies vibrate with the tones and tunes.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::getting a bit over stimulated::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::hates cacophonies::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::swears her heart is about to burst through her chest::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels oddly at peace, taking it all in::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Try's to look away from the brilliance of the sudden light::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::tries to discern particular sounds but is unable::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::tries to look around but is blinded by flash::

ACTION: And it all fades away ... the lack of senses fades away ... and they feel things once again, they hear things. Grainy, cold smoothness is felt all over their front sides ... and very comforting warmth bathes their backs. Their eyes begin to adjust, as do the rest of their bodies’ parts that tie into the senses...

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::blinks in the blinding light as she reaches out to cover her eyes::

ACTION: ... and they begin to realize that they are lying on sand.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::stretches out::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::spews out a mouthful of sand::

ACTION: The sound of water breaking against ground can be heart, a sort of soothing yet gentle roar.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: rolls over to look upward, shading his eyes ::

ACTION: They slowly begin to realize they are all naked.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feeling groggy, as if he hadn't slept for days::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::feels the sand beneath and slowly rises to his feet, trying to get some sort of bearing::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::growls and reaches her hands forward and notices her pack is not where she left it::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Cherry!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::pushes herself up slightly::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::spits out something as she suddenly tastes the grit of the sand in her teeth::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::somehow isn't surprised that everything is gone::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Throws her hands down and across to cover her body::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the XO:  XO:  Hey there.  This is nice

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;realizes he is naked too::

ACTION: They find themselves on an amazing beautiful beach. White, untouched sand stretches out around them.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::stands up and looks around.. sand.. beach.. naked crew member.. hmmm::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: realizes that all his clothing, not to mention the carefully chosen equipment, is missing ::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::sits up and stretches then looks around at the others::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sighs as she thinks "Not again".

ACTION: It is a beautiful day, a bright blue sky with few clouds. A pleasantly glowing sun beats down its rays upon them.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::so that’s what furless humans look like.. no wonder they wear closes.. hehe.. ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::rolls over::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks around for the CTO to get orders, and gets an eyeful instead::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: So much for being prepared ::makes no attempt to cover up::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
All: Well, this is... interesting. I would suggest that clothing and shelter are our first priorities.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::brushes the sand off and gets down on all fours and starts looking for the equipment::

ACTION: Behind them, turquoise clear water stretches out from the beach into a beautiful ocean that exits endlessly...

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::closes her eyes and takes a deep breath::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::spots the Captain and smiles ::CO: Why Captain, so nice to "see" you again.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::listens to the sounds of the waves::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::notes that all he had brought with him is gone, including his clothes.  For a moment he reflects on a certain practical joker in the Transporter room but realizes it is more than this.  They must start anew::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: stands, begins looking about for whatever materials the environment may present ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks that the area is stunningly beautiful::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::starts looking around for a pointy stick, jagged piece of shell, or something::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sits down on the sand like the big cat she is and looks around.. Narrowed eyes at the sun and sniffs the air.. :: hmmmrrrrr

ACTION: With the ocean behind them, they have to have something before them. Tropical trees and plants start to sprout up further ahead on the beach, turning into an apparent jungle.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Looks across the water as she sits up::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: I agree. We'll need shelter ::squints into the sun::

ACTION: Some sort of seagull cries out in the air, soaring through the sky.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::opens her eyes and checks out the XO::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::looks up at the bird shading her eyes from the sun::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::wonders how the loud bird would taste::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Admiral, it seems we are to come prepared in a different way than expected.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::feels eyes upon him and shows no reaction::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::her tail twitches in the sand making patterns.. :: CO: well.. I told you this was a bad idea...

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
::points :: CO: Captain, I'll scout that patch of vegetation for anything we might be able to use.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::sees the trees and wonders if a grass skirt is hard to make::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::smiles at the XO and wishes she had some tanning oil::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
CO: Indeed Captain. As it was in the beginning, so are we at the beginning it seems.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::turns around:: CO: Sir maybe our clothes and gear were left at another location we should try to find some clothing or some type of covering and search for shelter and supplies if we can't find our own stuff.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins walking up towards the stand of trees ::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Kraight: Our first priority should be shelter, food, and other essentials.

ACTION: The jungle isn't really ominous, it's sort of bright. A sort of monkey hoots at the approaching CSO, then vanishes into the trees. A multi-colored bird flies past him.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
ALL: welcome to betazed.. ::snarling laughs since her translator is gone::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CO: Permission to help the CSO, Sir?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: calls back over his shoulder :: CO: Aye, sir...

ACTION: They all begin to note a peculiar burning in their throats and ears momentarily ... but it quickly fades.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::still foraging for weapons::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Wherever we are, it's beautiful

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wishes she had a margarita::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::swallows and winces slightly::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::loves the warm sun as it touches her body::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks for ways to construct a shelter::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Gets to her feet carefully and makes her way towards Telarus::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: Check the edges of the jungle only. See what you can find.  Stay in shouting distance and keep the beach in sight.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::wishes she had a blanket::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: coughs slightly at the irritation ::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
CO: Captain, what would you like me to do?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders if "all" includes her, cause she really doesn't feel like moving::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: We're going to need some basic tools.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::bounds off toward the jungle edge as ordered, still looking for pointy sticks and rocks::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::rises and walks towards the vegetation.::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reaches the trees and begins to survey the vegetation ::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: grr..hhhhfff... ::trots off.. tail in the air.. toward the jungle... and maybe something to catch::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::sits up and brushes some sand off her... ummm... chest::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::holds Harriet's hand:: CMO: Some beginning to an awesome adventure, huh?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CSO: Looks like there are some vines we might be able to use as rope

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Laughs:: CEO: Oh, just great.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Any orders, other than basic survival for now?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::reaching the vegetation, she begins to look for large leaves.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::finds a nice big tree and climbs up it.. finds just a bunch of leaves and looks around from it's vantage point::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::finds a pointy stick and rejoices, then finds a rock, breaks it on another rock, and uses the resulting edge to make the pointy stick, happily, even pointier::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::slowly gets to her feet and brushes more sand off while she watches her industrious crewmates making for the jungle::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::quickly gathers together some vines and leaves and begins stringing together some crude clothes::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Pangborn: Negative.  I have no doubt that what our adventure is will soon reveal itself.  For now, we should concentrate on the essentials.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::tilts her head and looks around.. then slides down out of the tree and over to the CO::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Looks like hunting we will go, we need supplies fast.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: Sssir.. we are not alone here... hhmmmrrrr

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
:;stands and looks at the CTO::CTO: Ms. Cherry, I guess we should do the same.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
OPS: Lt. Morgan... here are some large leaves that may serve as coverings.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;can't help but watch Cherry out of the corner of his eye while he listens to the captain:: Sulek: Understood

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Nods then begins to look about the vegetation::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::follows them, enjoying the feel of sand between her toes::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::makes some more stone chips, splits the end of some larger branch, wedges in a larger chip, and lashes it with a bit of vine::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: What is it you sense?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: gathers a double armful of leaves and brings them to Morgan ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles her thanks and gets to work::

ACTION: The four junior personnel stand nearby, waiting to be given their orders to do something.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: don't know.. air feels thick.. something coming... hmmmrrrr... close

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gathers some leaves to make some kind of covering. Thinks about it. The weather is perfect for naked::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::walks casually towards the trees wondering why everyone is so obsess with finding something to cover themselves::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::passes by Pangborn on her way to Morgan::  XO:  You wouldn't want to sunburn that, Sir.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::yells at the CPO to give him a hand::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: decides he'll need some covering as well, though Benzites do not have the same cultural view of nudity as do humans ::

 Trickster David Thorn says:
::Full clothed, he leans against a tree before Pangborn. He cannot be seen or sensed by anyone else, obviously:: XO: Pleasant trip?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: settles for a couple of the leaves tied about his waist with vines for now ::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::finishes off the first "grass skirt" and begins the next.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::paces a bit and then circles the CO still on all fours like a gray lion::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Finds some leaves and begins to work::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: Direction?  ::turns to the four juniors:: Juniors: You can look for food and water.  Stay together.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::scouts the trees for possible dwellings, making a tree house so to speak, startled, turns to face Thorn:: Thorn: You are not real. Or rather, you are not as you appear to be.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::joins OPS putting together the "clothing"::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::with the CPO, starts assembling a small pile of stone knives, spears, and rope::

SEC_LtJg Eisenhower says:
CO: Aye, sir. ::Trying to cover herself, noting Rio's glances::

Chief Petty Officer Beldaur says:
 ::Helping the TO::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  This is nice so far.  ::keeps working::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: You want to get some clothes together or you want to stay like this for a while? ::grins::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::looks for something to fashion clothing and settles for some moss like grass and a few slender vines as a belt::

Trickster David Thorn says:
::Gets off the tree:: XO: What is real, anyway? ::Looks around this place:: Not entirely sure if this place is. How about you? You have your doubts too ...

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::grins at Cherry:: CTO: Imagination is always better than the real thing, huh?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: begins gathering samples of fruits and vegetables ::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::begins moving toward the edge of the jungle, grabbing a few vines and leaves, he forms a makeshift loin cloth::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: close... hmmmrrr ::sniffs the air and huffs:: If I wanted to hide to watch I would use the plants as cover.. we need to move.. get out of the open.. find a place to hide till we are sure..

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks around:: CTO: Its absolutely beautiful.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::instructs the CPO to continue while he carries over the first load to the CTO::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::laughs::  OPS:  I wonder how cold it gets at night?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::disgusted:: Thorn: I tell you what, you stay out of my head, and I promise not to kill you. Again.

 SEC Ensign Rio says:
::Seems to enjoy the fact the women are all un-clothed, tries not to be obvious::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Smiles:: CEO: I think we should make some clothes, but I don't think I would mind... ::Continues to work::

 SEC Ensign Y`Et says:
::Remains furry and nothing else::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Sir, these weapons are a bit crude, but they'll have to do until we manage to find some better raw materials, sir.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs at the CO's need to cover his musky body parts and hunches down.. begins to hunt what ever is hunting them::

 Chief Petty Officer Beldaur says:
::Carrying stuff:: Wolverton: Wow, this is such an amazing place. Who would have thought being stripped of all your belongings could be so ... so refreshing?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles:: CTO: Makes you wish for Ris'Mor's fur coat, huh?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  Oooh... spears.  Nice work.

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: Keep track of our guests.  ::calls out:: All: The counselor tells me we are not alone, stay clear of the open beach until we are sure.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::smiles:: CTO: Some knives, too.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
OPS:  Not really, no.  ::Grins::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;tries to work, but is obviously distracted::

 Trickster David Thorn says:
 XO: Again? ::Realization:: You haven't gotten it yet ... have you?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Finishes a skirt of leaves and begins to work on a top::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: May I have a moment with you?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  Wow.  ::looks over the crude but likely effective weapons::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Maybe these should be issued out? Beldaur and I are still making more.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::moves slowly into the bushes.. staying low to the ground.. perks her head up once in a while to listen and look for movement::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::finishes up the top she is working on as well::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: discovers a stand of highly resilient saplings of some sort, breaks off some samples and starts towards Cherry ::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
TO:  Right.  I'll get on that.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Of course Sir.  ::hands him a spear::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::moves closer to a large palm type tree and picks up a couple of leaves and twists the ends together then wraps it around her waist allowing the moss to fall in between the slits at the sides::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CTO: Aye sir. ::walks off muscularly back toward the CPO and his work::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::sees some fruits hanging low from a nearby tree and begins to pick them::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::::passes out the last of the clothing and begins to dress.::

 Trickster Cherry says:
::Thorn transforms into a duplicate of Cherry:: XO: And while you're at it, would you mind having me too? ::Sneering::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::moves farther on.. hunting.. pauses as some leaves rustle a bit too much to be wind.. Hunches down for the pounce::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Thorn: I realize I am dealing with something other that Thorn. You can take any appearance.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::finishes up a grass kilt for himself it's still a skirt but rather call it a kilt:: CMO: You like...::laughs::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::tries not to look at Wolverton as he walks away::

Trickster Cherry says:
XO: Honey ... there is no something ... there's only you. ::Starts laughing::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Puts on her top and the skirt hoping it will stay together::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::decides again a top since her hair is long enough to cover herself::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;struggles internally and repeats his command:: CTO: May I have a moment with you?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::moves closer tot he noise::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Lt. Cherry... these saplings may be useful in constructing bows. The bow and arrow is an ancient weapon of your world, is it not?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders who the XO is talking too::  XO:  I'm right here Sir.  Are you all right?

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Laughs at the CEO, then holds him in a hug::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::ears back.. tail low.. doesn't move.. waits.. waits...::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::bangs a few more rocks together, and starts working on his personal spear and knife, which will naturally be a step above the others::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
CSO:  Good idea.  Suggest it to Wolverton, would you.  He seems to have a knack for making weapons.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::waits...::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::hugs her and picks her up and gives her a kiss:: CMO: I am starting to like this already seems more like a vacation than a mission.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Lets just say I have a lot on my mind. Would you please please pretty please construct me some clothes? A simple loincloth is fine ::sits::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Will do. :: takes saplings to TO ::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::raises head a moment to cause it to move and.. POUNCES!!::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  I think Jade put together a bunch Sir.  ::gestures to the pile of leave and vine clothing::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Giggles and begins to kiss him more::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Kind of a shame though.  ::winks::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he moves into a small stand of tree with a clearing in the middle and begins to stack his supplies there.  It is isolated and defensible and large enough for the AT::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::raises a brow at Cherry but hands the XO a skirt.::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::lands on something and pins it to the ground and growls::

ACTION: A shrill cry is heard through the Jungle. The CNS pounces upon a humanoid four-armed being, which seems to be a young male.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::buries his face in his hands::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: returns to the jungle's edge to collect his food samples ::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CTO: Dismissed

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::carefully chipping away finely on the edge of his spear tip, making it ever sharper, and not even looking up at the cry::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::hears the cry::  All:  There are spears and knives here!

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Alien: freeze! ::growls and holds it in place::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Stops kissing and looks around::

ACTION: He has long brown hair, and is clothed in animal skins of a sort. He is shrilly yelling - "LET ME GO! LET ME BE! HELP! VERUN! VERUN!!!"

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::turns around quickly and stares in the direction of the scream::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::walks over to Sulek:: CO: We have company Captain I believe.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::grabs a spear and heads toward the sound::

ACTION: All the crew hears are shouts of "VERUN! VERUN!!!"

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::gets up at the commotion::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::hears the screaming and sprints impressively fast toward the sound with his new spear::

Trickster Cherry says:
::Looks in the direction of the shouting, and fades away::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::just as he finishes kissing Harriet he turns around at the sound:: CMO: Get down!

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: drops his samples in the clearing located by the Captain, grabs the nearest rock, and sets off at a dead run for the sound of the ruckus ::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::tilts head and looks at the little fellow scream.. huffs and lets him go:: Alien: Fine. ::sits down:: I let go..

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::stops and grabs some clothes, but doesn't stop to put them on::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Apparently. I think it best if we move to the sound.  ::Starts off at a trot::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
ALL: Do not injure the natives

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::gets out of his arms and closer to the sand::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::turns and heads for the sound after Sulek::

 Jakea says:
::Upon the CNS letting him go, he leaps up, and using his four-arms, grabs some trees and tries to leap through them ... only to crash into the TO::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Young Man: Settle down there. We are not the enemy ::moves closer::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::grabs onto the being instinctively, trying to put him in a limb-lock::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::comes to the edge of the clearing seeing the CNS and her prey trying to exit::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::jumps over several small rocks as she heads towards the screaming::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs and waits there... heard the others on the way to her general direction.. then looks the other direction and hears someone else coming.. heads up the closes tree to wait for them.. and stay out of site in the branches::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: reaches the scene of the commotion :: Alien: Please calm yourself. We mean you no harm.

Jakea says:
 ::Seems to calm in the presence of these beings ... but does a double take at their lack of four arms::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::he steps out:: Pangborn: I believe introductions would be in order.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::points her spear at the ground so as not to appear threatening::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Begins to make her way in the direction she heard the screams::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::Arrives after the others and looks silently at the youngster::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
TO: Ensign, please release our guest. He is no danger to us.

 Jakea says:
::Breathing heavily, while speaking:: Run! Run for your lives! The Verun are here! It will devour you all!

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Young Man: Who are you? I'm Ben Pangborn

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
All: Just smile pleasantly people.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
CSO: Aye sir. ::CAREFULLY extricates himself::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Find's the group::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: He's apparently afraid of something other than us

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::wonders what a Verun is.  Looks around nervously::

Jakea says:
::Backs away cautiously into the leaves as more of these two-armed people appear::

Jakea says:
::Turns, and sees the Counselor, shrieks and jumps back to the two-armed folk::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::remembers something about displaying teeth frightening some cultures...::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::watches from a tree and flicks an ear.. her tail swinging in the breeze::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Young Man: We will not harm you. I am called Kraight. What is your name?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Young Man: Steady.  I am Capt....I am Sulek.  We are not of your land.  What are the Verun?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Young Man: We are no threat ::motions for those carrying weapons to lower them:: Tell us what you fear

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::tries to get some sort of reading on the young man::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::follows Harriet:: CMO: I hope everyone is all right.

 Jakea says:
::Looks at them all, takes a breath:: I am Jakea.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
CEO: As do I.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::tries to keep his spear ready, but not deliberately idle::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Young Man: What are you running from?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks up in the tree branches over head and notices a rodent pulling fruit from the upper limbs::

Jakea says:
::Points with one arm at the CO:: CO: You are Sulek, as you say. CSO: You are Kraight, as you say. XO: You are two people and I do not understand.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::smiles at Jakea in what she hopes are reassuring and non-threatening manner::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks at the XO in confusion::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: looks at the XO ::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
XO: Two people?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
:;shakes head:: Jakea: What? I am two men?

Jakea says:
XO: Yes, you said you are "Ben" and "Pangborn."

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs and its up.. then goes higher in the tree.. shaking the branch and knocking the annoyed rodent out of the tree along with a bunch of ripe orange berries::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::chuckles::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::smiles slightly::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::keeps a wary eye on him::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
:: turns to look up at Ris'Mor :: CNS: Counselor... perhaps while you are up there, you might keep an eye out for the Verun our new friend speaks of.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Jakea: In my world, we often go by two names. I am still one man ::smiles benevolently::

 Jakea says:
XO: I see.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks down at the CSO:: CSO: silly blue boy.. he's talking about me... 

 Jakea says:
XO: Wait, no, I don't.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Jakea: Technically, I have three names. Ben Alan Pangborn

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::pulls the Captain aside:: CO: Captain, this young man is Jakea of the Ew. They are a four-armed humanoid that live in this place. He lives nearby in the valley.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CNS: Perhaps. You still have the best vantage point from which to survey this area.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::looks sideways at Sheridan for a moment::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Jakea: Can you tell us what you were running from?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::begins to looks around them::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs and chews a branch with a drooling growl::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::arrives as the rest of the senior staff and the Vice Admiral are talking to a human like native with four arms::

Jakea says:
::Points at the Counselor climbing down:: That. Verun. Why are you not afraid? Are there no Verun in your land?

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::whispers:: CMO: Stay close to me.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::uses the pause in the action to put on the grass skirt::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
All: Jakea is confused because we all have different names. They call themselves by only one name.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks away from the group a few meters and notices what appears to be an oft-used path::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Jakea: That is a member of our group. I assure you, she will do you no harm

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at Sheridan:: Sheridan: Your empathic abilities seem to have grown.

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Jakea: She is Ris'Mor, and is an intelligent being, not a beast.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::slides down the tree and finally stands up on 2 back legs again and takes the branch out of her mouth.. looking it over before chewing it again::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::walks back to Cherry::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::moves closer and feels a bit more comfortable there::

Jakea says:
CSO: You have ... tamed this Verun? That is unheard of. ::Looks surprised at the CNS standing on two feet:: How does it do that!

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::whispers:: CTO: There is a path over there. Looks like its been used a lot.

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
CO: Yes Captain, in more ways than you know. :;smiles::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Councilor, maybe if you introduced yourself?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at the path and nods::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Jakea: We would like to meet your people.  You are of the EW, are you not?

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
Jakea: As I said, she is not a beast. She no doubt resembles an animal of your land, but she will not harm you.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Jakea: I'm Tame.. I'm not Verun.. I'm Caitian.. from the sky.. I can talk too ::goes back to chewing the branch::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::whispers::  OPS:  We should stay together.  Sounds like there is a native species of large cat around.

Jakea says:
::Eyes widen so much it looks as if they are going to roll out of his head::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::nods::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::instructs the CPO to hand out the rest of the weapons::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::moves forward closer to Jakea:: Jakea: I am Serena. May I touch you for a moment?

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
All: The PD no longer applies?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::sniffs:: CO: they tree doesn't taste that bad actually

Chief Petty Officer Beldaur says:
TO: Aye, sir! ::Begins to hand out sticks and stones and things to break bones to the crew for defense::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::thinks Jade has a good point::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::looks at the captain for an answer::

ACTION: Eisenhower, Rio and Y'Et come through the brush to join the crew.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices Wolverton organizing the weapon distribution and thinks they would surely be doomed without him::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
OPS: I don't think it does we don't even have the means of interfering, we don't even know if we are interfering in a reality or simulation.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::huffs and leaves the group and goes back to hunting around::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::stands tall and proud for no particular reason::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::glances at Wolverton and is not impressed::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
All: The prime directive may not be strictly in force, but we will do our best not to violate it in any manner that would overtly and adversely affect these people.

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
TO: Clothing isn't your style, huh?

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::reaches out her hand:: Jakea: I won't hurt you. ::takes his one hand gently::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
CO: like a giant talking cat doesn't dot hat already.. pphhttt

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::grins:: OPS: Not so much since that bar on...well, let's just say collars give the enemy something to throw you by.

Jakea says:
::Looks at Sheridan taking one of his four hands, and does not resist::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Eisenhower:  Lt. Morgan made a bunch of clothing and left it in a pile back there.  Could you go get it.  This is too distracting.  ::Grins::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Sulek: Somehow, I don't think they would understand it if we told them everything. But understood

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks the counselor is very rude, and wonders if that is common to her species::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::smiles:: Jakea: See, we are warm blooded like you.

SEC_LtJg Eisenhower says:
CTO: Yes, ma'am. ::Goes back through the brush to get the clothing ... Rio is making her uncomfortable with his constant glances::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::senses someone is unimpressed, but naturally understands they must simply have an inferior aesthetic sense::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Ris'Mor: We do not know that their Verun do not communicate.

Jakea says:
Sheridan: I see.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::admires the views::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::goes up another tree and sits in the branches as they play with the alien.. keeps watch of things from above::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::is plain out disgusted with the males in this group::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::notices movement in the distance:: Self: great.. 

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::notices the same movement a moment later::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
All: We must remember that we do not know yet where we are. We could be a few light years from Federation space, in another galaxy, or in our own past. The Prime Directive is as much for our own protection from the unknown consequences of our actions, as it is to protect those we encounter.

ACTION: Something hits the CNS from above, and her breathe is knocked out ... something holds her tightly and brings her down the ground...

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
Jakea: I carry no weapons to harm you. We would like to meet with your people. Would you allow that?

ACTION: ... the crew is suddenly surrounded by several armed (no pun intended) Ew.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::points her spear at one of the Ew::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::has already gotten into a defensive stance, spear ready::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks around them and shakes her head::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
:;turns quickly as several Ew appear::

ACTION: Several similar spears point at the crew, some of whom are pointing spears outward.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hangs in a net and grumbles:: Told you this was a rrrreeeaaalllyyy bad idea.... 

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Backs up a few steps::

CSO_LtCmdr_Kraight says:
CTO: Lieutenant... a peaceful posture may be best...

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::stands there naked and unarmed::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the Ew:: All: Take no provocative action.  Put any weapons you have down.  Now.

Ew Leader Dante says:
::Holds the CNS in his net:: Jakea: Jakea, are you well?

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::with a sigh lowers her weapon::  CSO:  For all we know they are cannibals.

Jakea says:
Leader: Yes, Sire, I am fine. These peculiar two-armed folk are not troublesome and strangely named.

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::grumbles very silently, but does as ordered...thankfully he's never truly disarmed::

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
::puts his arm around Harriet:: CMO: Well there goes the vacation time to for professionalism and diplomacy.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Ew Leader: We come in peace. We trust that we are welcome in your country?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::chews her branch and grumbles:: Oh no it's an adventure. you'll have so much fun they said.. sure.. naked.. and sand in my fur.. yeah.. fun.. 

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
CTO: If they are, they'll eat the show off first anyway. ::winks::

 Jakea says:
Leader: They travel with Verun. ::Points at the Counselor the Leader carries::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::chuckles and relaxes just a bit::

Ew Leader Dante says:
::Looks at the Counselor in his net:: This is not Verun ::opens the net and gently lets the Counselor out::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::looks at the Ew leader:: Leader: She is not Verun.

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels a bit better with the CEO next to her::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::hopes that the counselor behaves herself::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::stays beside Jakea trying not to get in the way::

Ew Leader Dante says:
::Stands with the people surrounding the crew, the Counselor having been deposited with the others::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hits the ground and fluffs her fur a bit.. then stands up.. her branch, all wet from drool sticking out of her mouth::

Ew Leader Dante says:
ALL: Is there a leader amongst you?

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
::steps forward:: Leader: I am Sulek.

Ew Leader Dante says:
::Stares at the bald, two-armed, pointed eared individual. He steps forward as well:: Sulek: I am Dante of the Ew.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
Leader:  He's our leader.  ::smiles winningly::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::feels stared at.. and moves to a fallen tree.. and sits there.. Finishing off her chew toy::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::watches her old friend take charge in his usual logical manner::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::watches, warily as usual::

ACTION: Some of the Ew point their spears at Ris'Mor, knowing she's not a Verun ... but not entirely sure what she is ...

  Ew Leader Dante says:
Sulek: From what land do you come? Are you from across the great ocean?

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::kind of wishes Cherry had finished his clothes, then again...::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::strips the bark off the branch and chews on the bare wood.. ::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: As you can see, we are not from your land.  We seek only to learn new things. Yes, far across the ocean in an undiscovered country.  ::strictly speaking it is not a lie::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks over at the XO for some inexplicable reason.  Hopes Eisenhower continues taking her time bringing the clothes::

Jakea says:
::Stands by Dante and whispers:: <W> Dante: They were of no clothing and frolicking on the beach. They have many things we do not.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the aliens pointing sticks at her:: Aliens: you know the trees taste decent around here.. you should try them.. 

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::hears the kid and chokes::

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CO: I see. ::Points at the CNS:: And what is that? It is not like the Verun ... it walks on two legs and speaks.

 Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::steps up behind Sulek trying to ready the EW leader::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::tries really hard not to laugh at that and hides her face with both hands::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::looks at the child and then at the Ew and wonders just what they don’t have::

ACTION: The Ew with the spears seems really nervous when the Counselor tries to stifle her laughter.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::notices the nervousness and gives the CNS a warning look::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
CNS: Perhaps it would be best if you let them examine you. That’s an order

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: She may be like the Verun of your land, but in ours she is a friend and comrade.  She will not hurt  you.  Her hunting skills are great as I am sure Jakea can tell you.  She was only making sure that he was not a danger to us.  You see, already we have learned something new.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the CTO:: CTO: I'm sorry.. I just never looked at it that way.. before.. don't.. have.. oh great star that’s horrible!

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: Sweetie just incase this doesn't go well I want you to know I love you.

  Ew Leader Dante says:
::Tilts head and listens to the CO carefully, as if trying to find some meaning in his words:: CO: I see.

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
Ew Leader: You may examine our Councilor, to prove she is not Verun. But you may not touch her

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CO: Then that is fair enough. You do not seem to be of any threat to us ... and we have always welcomed visitors.

  Ew Leader Dante says:
XO: Examination is unnecessary.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
XO: remind me to look for fleas on you later.. ::huffs::

CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: Then may we meet your people and see your village?

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CO: We welcome your people to our beautiful land, and invite you to come stay with us in our village. For your own safety ... while she may not be Verun, they may be out there ... watching us as we speak...

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::looks into his eyes:: CEO: I love you as well, and... I don't want to leave you.

 Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
CO: Captain, trust is very important, proceed carefully.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::gives the CNS a really catty look::

SEC_LtJg Eisenhower says:
::Finally arrives with the remaining clothing. Sees all the four-armed guys:: Uhm ... did I miss something?

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::looks at the other crew member just arriving and cant keep it inside any more.. falls off the log laughing::

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CO: And we can get your people some proper clothing...

ACTION: The Ew lowers their weapons, but step away from the laughing Counselor.

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
::looks heavenward::

TO_Ens_Wolverton says:
::can't help but grin at Ris`Mor::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::snickers and sits back up and looks at the others.. then laughs again::

XO_Cmdr_Pangborn says:
::thankful the natives are friendly::

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Dante: We will do our best to honor you.  If we should accidentally violate one of your village’s rules, please forgive us for our ignorance.  It will not happen again.  Clothing would be much appreciated.

CEO_LtJG_Telarus says:
CMO: If there is a God he was listening to us. ::hugs and kisses her::

Vice Admiral Sheridan says:
::whispers to Sulek:: CO: Think they have a Hawaiian shirt for you? ::chuckles::

CMO_Ens_Munro says:
::Feels a bit safer now and holds the CEO close::

OPS_Ltjg_Morgan says:
::thinks that some people need the clothing more than others::

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
::leans over the log and snickers... :: bad idea.. yep.. 

 CO_Capt_Sulek says:
Sheridan: Why Serena, you seem fixated on my shirts of late. ::raises and eyebrow::

CTO_Ltjg_Cherry says:
XO:  Let's get you dressed before someone decides to pick fleas off you.  ::approaches him with a grass loincloth::

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CO: I see. We appreciate your strange honesty.

  Ew Leader Dante says:
ALL: Come, to our village we go.

CNS_Lt_Ris`Mor says:
Dante: even me?

  Ew Leader Dante says:
CNS: Even you. I trust your Leader. If he says you are trustworthy, then you are trustworthy. Especially if you are a proper hunter / warrior.

ACTION: The Ew begin to guide them from their arrival point on the beautiful beach, into the brilliant jungle, and down the path to the village.

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